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  1. How to Drive With Physical Disability — National (03/04/2015)

    Source: Professional Association

    A physical disability may affect the function of a person's body, but it should never affect person independence. Driving is a skill that promotes freedom and can be adapted so almost anyone with a physical disability can be mobile. 

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  2. Lives Saved by Vehicle Safety Technologies — National (01/01/2015)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    NHTSA’s Technical Report on the lives saved by vehicle safety technologies and associated federal motor vehicle safety standards from 1960 to 2012.

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  3. Profiles in Driver Distraction: Effects of Cell Phone Conversations on Younger and Older Drivers — National (12/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This research examines the effects of hands-free cell phone usage on simulated driving technology.

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  4. Driving and Dementia: A Review of the Literature — National (12/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This article reviews literature on seniors with dementia and their ability to drive.

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  5. Development of Safe-driving-system Features for Elderly Drivers — National (07/04/2014)

    Source: Professional Association

    This paper is a result of research done on existing vehicle systems that are in place promote safe driving.

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  6. Keeping Delaware Drivers Safe and Mobile — Delaware (04/16/2014)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    This video explores how the Delaware Department of Transportation has successfully improved safety for all road users by focusing on the needs of older drivers. Many of the successful strategies highlighted could be replicated elsewhere.

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  7. Injury Vulnerability and Effectiveness of Occupant Protection Technologies for Older Occupants and Women — National (05/01/2013)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    NHTSA’s Technical Report on injury vulnerability and the effectiveness of occupant protection technologies for older occupants and women.

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  8. Effectiveness of LED Stop Lamps for Reducing Rear-End Crashes: Analyses of State Crash Data — National (02/01/2013)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    NHTSA’s Technical Report on the effectiveness of LED stop lamps for reducing rear-end crashes and analyses of state crash data.

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  9. Driving Simulators Help Older Adults Improve Their Road Skills — National (01/14/2011)

    Source: News

    Older drivers could benefit from training programs that put them behind the wheel -- in a driving simulator, with an observer who helps them develop their skills, according to a new article.

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  10. Senior Driving Program – CarFit — National (12/02/2009)

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Bold City Media speaks with a CarFit representative who explains the company’s senior driving program and finding a vehicle best suited for the driver.

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